Learn to use Canva and graphic design with our digital design short courses in Sydney!
You don’t need to be a designer to create something beautiful. Whether you want to design a standout social media post, a poster for your community group, or a flyer for your business, Canva makes it easy. Join this beginner-friendly Canva course in Sydney and discover how to create eye-catching visuals—even if you’ve never designed anything before.
In just three sessions, you’ll learn the Canva essentials: how to navigate the platform, use templates, apply basic design principles, and produce professional-looking graphics. Perfect for freelancers, small business owners, educators, or anyone looking to build design skills for work, hobbies, or everyday life.
This hands-on Canva training course is ideal for creatives, do-it-yourselfers, and anyone ready to turn ideas into visuals—no experience needed.
By the end of this Canva short course, you should be able to:
- Navigate the Canva platform and understand key design tools
- Use free templates to create designs for social media, print, and presentations
- Apply layout, colour, and typography basics to improve your designs
- Upload and incorporate personal photos, logos, and brand assets
- Export designs in different formats for web, print, and video
- Share and collaborate on projects using Canva’s team features
You might consider enrolling in a related Canva for Digital Marketing course to build on your skills.
This practical Canva course in Sydney covers:
Module 1: Getting Started with Canva
- What is Canva?
- Free vs Pro versions
- Logging in and account settings
- Exploring the homepage and project panel
Module 2: Create a Design
- Multiple ways to create a design
- Use the Quick Start Tools
- Using templates to create a design
- Creating a custom design from scratch
Module 3: Navigating the Canva Interface
- Canva Editor overview
- Using the design button and Quick Start icons
- Searching for templates and design elements
- Creating designs with templates or custom sizes
Module 4: Design Tools & Techniques
- Working with elements: shapes, icons, and graphics
- Arranging and aligning layers
- Creating and editing text, including QR codes
- Uploading and editing photos
- Using frames and grids
Module 5: Working with Media
- Creating videos in Canva
- Editing on the timeline
- Adding transitions, text, graphics, and audio
- Creating basic animations
Module 6: Sharing & Publishing Your Work
- Collaborating on projects and creating public links
- Downloading finished designs
- Publishing to social media
- Printing with Canva online
This beginner Canva training is ideal for:
- Freelancers, small business owners and community organisers
- Job seekers or professionals looking to improve visual communication
- Educators, support workers and not-for-profit staff
- Anyone who wants to build digital confidence and create great-looking content
- Please bring to your class:
- Your Own Laptop or Computer: Please bring your own charger to ensure your device stays powered throughout the session.
- Subscription or Free Trial Canva: You can download a free 30-day trial version of Canva Pro.
Rozelle Campus
2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon St & Victoria Rd on the grounds of St. Joseph's Church)
